Despite telling us Windows 10 is the last operating system that would ever be released by Microsoft, they released Windows 11 last week. You can upgrade your computer to Windows 11 some time soon, or replace it with a new one. I wouldn’t hurry though and here is why…
When you buy a new Windows computer, you probably want to transfer all your files, emails, bookmarks, and programs to it. Many people are surprised to learn that programs don’t transfer the same way as your files and settings. Check out our latest blog post to learn why and how to get around this!
Phishing attacks trick people into believing that the message is something they need or want and should take some action. Our customers often ask us whether an email they forwarded is legit or not and in 99% of cases, they aren’t! Most phishing attempts want you to click on a link in the email and login to the website that opens. You might be thinking it’s your bank (and it looks like that!) but instead, you are sending your username and password to crooks. We’ll review some of the signs of these fake emails.
Apple computers have traditionally been more expensive than PCs, but the upside is that they last longer and tend to maintain their value fairly well. We still get requests from people trying to fix their 10+ year old Macs and despite the age, they perform very well after some upgrades! However, most of them can only run older versions of MacOS…
The Do-it-Yourself is a very common attitude in Australia. But, it can be problematic when you try to fix your own computers or phones. This article shares five risks and why it’s safer to go to a computer repair shop.
According to a few articles online, your computer keyboard is several times dirtier than an average public bathroom seat. Yikes! When was the last time you cleaned yours? In this article, we’ll tell you how to do it in a safe way.
If you want a decent computer but don’t want to spend close to $2000 to buy a new one, a refurbished model is worth considering. But there are a few points you need to keep in mind before you part with your cash. Keep reading to learn more.
Your computer screen is one of the most (if not most!) important parts of your computer, especially if you use your computer for more than a few hours a day. Our latest article discusses six factors and how they impact your experience. Learn more!
If you care about the data on your computer, you must back it up – no exceptions! However, backups may not always save you from a disaster… Almost every month, there is yet another story about a business or organization getting all their data encrypted and then having to decide whether they will pay ransom to get it back or not…
We’ve heard from many of our customers about scam calls from their “Internet providers”. Purportedly, their Internet connection was going to be disconnected immediately unless they took some action. Last week, someone called us and they must have ignored that we answer the phone with “Hello, this is Fix My Laptop, you are speaking with… how can I help you”
